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Could Your Business Benefit From a Phone System Mobile App?
By Mark Henricks | April 20, 2026
Business phone system mobile apps allow employees to take customer calls on their mobile devices while appearing to be on the business' main phone line.
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VoIP for Business: Understanding Cloud-Based Business Phone Systems
By Chad Brooks | April 20, 2026
VoIP service can take your business practices to the next level. It’s important to understand your needs and network capabilities before you choose a service.
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Vonage Review and Pricing Plans
By Jeff Hale | April 20, 2026
Vonage Unified Communications is an all-in-one phone, video conferencing and messaging platform with lots of ways to customize your service. Check out our latest breakdown of its costs and tools.
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RingCentral vs. Ooma Comparison
By Max Freedman | April 20, 2026
This comparison page examines RingCentral and Ooma side by side to help you make the best decision for your business phone system.
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How to Set Up a POS System
By Adam Uzialko | April 20, 2026
POS systems are necessary for any business that sells products. Here is everything you need to know about POS installation.
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The Best POS Systems of 2026
By Jamie Johnson | April 20, 2026
Leading POS systems like Square, Lightspeed and Clover provide comprehensive features for retail and restaurant operations, including inventory and sales tracking.
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BambooHR Software Review 2026
By Kaylyn McKenna | April 13, 2026
BambooHR is an award-winning HR software platform with a strong focus on data and analytics, hiring, onboarding, compensation, and culture.
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BambooHR Employee Monitoring Software Review
By Neil Cumins | April 13, 2026
BambooHR is a great option for a stand-alone performance management system because of its open API, which allows it to integrate with a variety of other human capital management software suites and...
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When Should Freelancers Use a Collection Agency?
By Ross Mudrick | April 10, 2026
As a freelancer, nothing is more frustrating than unpaid invoices stacking up. Knowing how to work with a collection agency can solve this problem.
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The Best Medical Software of 2026
By Max Freedman | April 10, 2026
Leading EHR systems like CareCloud, DrChrono and Tebra provide comprehensive solutions for managing patient records and healthcare workflows.
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Best Networking Certifications for 2026
By Jeremy Bender | April 10, 2026
This guide to networking certifications can help IT pros identify and pursue a certification program that supports their career.
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DiSC Assessment: What Kind of Leader Are You?
By Nicole Fallon | April 08, 2026
DiSC profiles assess a leader's behavioral style and can be a great foundation for leadership tools. Learn how a DiSC assessment works.
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35 Great Business Ideas for Motivated Entrepreneurs
By Tejas Vemparala | March 18, 2026
This list of great business ideas offers inspiration to entrepreneurs looking for their next big business idea.
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10 Things to Do Before Opening a Food Truck
By Brittney Morgan | February 20, 2026
From choosing the right location to investing in the right technology, here are 10 things you must do before you start a food truck.
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6 Biggest Business Insurance Risks (and How to Mitigate Them)
By Nicole Fallon | February 20, 2026
Find out the different types of insurance risks for your business and how to mitigate them.
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7 Websites for Comparing Small Business Insurance Quotes
By Amanda Hoffman | February 20, 2026
Finding the proper insurance coverage at a reasonable rate for your small business can be a challenge. Use these websites as online quote-comparison tools.
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The Pros and Cons of High-Deductible Health Plans
By Andreas Rivera | February 20, 2026
High-deductible health plans can save your company money, but are they the right fit for your employees?
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Choosing the Right EHR System: A Buyer’s Guide
By Adam Uzialko | February 20, 2026
Choosing an EHR system that best fits your healthcare organization isn’t easy, but there are ways to reduce the choices until you find the best option.
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Smart Marketing Strategies for Handmade Businesses
By Jennifer Post | February 20, 2026
Learn marketing strategies and tips that work well for handmade businesses, such as those that sell on Etsy and other artisanal marketplaces.
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Social Media for Business: Marketing, Customer Service and More
By Tom Anziano | February 20, 2026
Social media is a crucial business channel for marketing, advertising and customer service. Learn how to create an effective social media strategy.
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What Are Payroll Taxes?
By Sean Peek | February 20, 2026
Employers must withhold federal income tax, plus any state or local taxes. Here’s what every small business owner should know.
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The Biometric Time and Attendance System Laws You Should Know
By Chad Brooks | February 20, 2026
Biometric time and attendance systems use fingerprint, facial, palm or iris scans. Learn the laws you must follow to use them for your employees.
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Top E-Commerce Challenges Facing SMBs
By Jennifer Post | February 20, 2026
As the e-commerce industry continues to grow, small businesses are contending with hurdles. Learn the top challenges and what SMBs can do about them.
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Video Conferencing Cheat Sheet: Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams and GoTo Meeting
By Andrew Martins | February 20, 2026
This guide breaks down some of the most popular video conferencing platforms, such as Zoom, Skype, and Microsoft Teams, so you can become a power user.
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Should You Consider Asset-Based Lending?
By Adam Uzialko | February 20, 2026
An asset-based loan relies on a borrower's collateral. Learn the advantages and risks of asset-based lending to see if it's right for your business.
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26 Types of Insurance Your Small Business Should Consider
By Skye Schooley | February 20, 2026
This article covers the many types of business insurance that are out there that you may need for your small business.
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Small Business Guide to Health Insurance
By Kiely Kuligowski | February 20, 2026
Here's how small business health insurance works, why you should offer it and what types of health insurance are available for small businesses.
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Taxable vs. Nontaxable Fringe Benefits
By Skye Schooley | February 20, 2026
There are differences between taxable and nontaxable fringe benefits. Learn how your business can create a great benefits plan for your company.
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How to Manage Employee Attendance (Free Attendance Template)
By Max Freedman | February 20, 2026
Your employees' attendance affects their pay, your customers' experience and your overall finances. Learn how and why you need to manage attendance.
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How to Set up a Conference Call on an iPhone
By Jennifer Dublino | February 20, 2026
You can include up to five people in iPhone conference calls. To conference with more people and for special features, look into business phone systems.